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Restaurant | Ukiah, CA
Building description
Calling all restaurants, fast food chains, lodging, businesses, and developers seeking an iconic property with Highway 101 visibility! This strategically located former restaurant with a large pole sign is ready for renovation or redevelopment to make it your own. Immediately off the freeway's popular State Street exit in the heart of Ukiah, which sees an average of 40,000+ vehicles per day, the premises benefit from exceptional visibility, pedestrian traffic from the popular adjacent Chevron full-service truck stop, and a convenient location for locals.
The building is approximately 4,200 square feet improved with multiple dining areas and entryways, a banquet room, service counter, commercial kitchen, restrooms, along with additional space in the gated patio outside. The 0.62 acre lot has a corner position with multiple entrances and a generous onsite parking lot.
Just two hours north of the Golden Gate Bridge on Highway 101, Ukiah is a picturesque city with a beautifully restored historic downtown serving as the county seat and economic hub of Mendocino County - which attracts millions of annual visitors - along with parts of Lake and Sonoma Counties. Formerly Jensen's Restaurant, this opportunity is the perfect canvas for restauranteurs, entrepreneurs, or developers looking to capitalize on the region's economic potential!
Location Description
Ukiah is a picturesque city nestled in the heart of Mendocino County just two hours north of the Golden Gate Bridge on Highway 101. Known for its scenic beauty, Ukiah offers a charming blend of small-town warmth and modern amenities. The beautifully restored historic downtown is the county seat and economic hub of Mendocino County and parts of Lake and Sonoma Counties. A diverse selection of dining options, boutique shops, and vineyards provides a rich tapestry of experiences for residents and visitors alike. The area boasts a thriving arts and culture scene, with local art galleries and community events that celebrate creativity and expression. Nature enthusiasts will appreciate the proximity to stunning natural attractions, including Lake Mendocino and the beautiful Ukiah Valley. Over a million annual visitors are drawn to Mendocino County’s famous wineries and breweries, beautiful landscape of towering Redwoods and gorgeous coastline, numerous attractions and agricultural offerings, events, and proximity to the Bay Area. Visitors and residents enjoy the laid-back atmosphere and friendly community in this delightful Northern California gem.
Building highlights
- Along Highway 101 with 47,000 vehicles daily on average
- Estimated population of 16,075, increasing to over 35,000 on weekdays, and 104,452 within 30 minutes
- Nearly 50% visitor spending increase since 2010 which continues to grow
- $433,000,000 tourism-related revenue in 2021 estimated in Mendocino County
- 1,800,000+ annual visitors to Mendocino County in 2021
- Numerous development projects underway
- Thriving retail district with over 125 establishments and 1,700 employees
- County’s healthcare hub with over 125 establishments and 2,000 employees
- Ukiah Valley Conference Center attracts hundreds of visitors to downtown every month and is home to the Ukiah Visitor Center
- Northern California hub easily accessible to nearby cities: 115 miles to San Francisco, 140 miles to Sacramento, 240 miles to Reno, 260 miles to Oregano 1 mile to Ukiah Municipal Airport, 55 miles to Sonoma County Airport, 127 miles to San Francisco International Airport, 138 miles to Sacramento International Airport
- Voted “Best in California” and the “6th Best Small Town in the US” by Norman Crampton’s “The 100 Best Small Towns in America” and one of the “8 Great Places You’ve Never Heard Of ” by Mother Earth News
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